[ UK /pɹˈɒbəbə‍l/ ]
[ US /ˈpɹɑbəbəɫ/ ]
ADJECTIVE
  1. apparently destined
    the probable consequences of going ahead with the scheme
  2. likely but not certain to be or become true or real
    a likely result
    he foresaw a probable loss
NOUN
  1. an applicant likely to be chosen
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How To Use probable In A Sentence

  • It is probable, however, that M. Thoinan, who makes this statement, has not considered the possibility of the word _musette_ applying in this case to the small rustic hautbois or _dessus de bombarde_, also written _muse_, Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 2 "Baconthorpe" to "Bankruptcy"
  • This is true with the exception that of "Decorated" architecture there are but few examples, and it is probable that very little new work was done in connection with this cathedral until the monastery became vastly enriched by Abbot Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Gloucester [2nd ed.] A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Espicopal See
  • She was immediately selected as one among the 18 probables for the Kerala team.
  • Participants were randomly assigned by an ‘adaptive biased coin’ technique, rather than simple equiprobable randomisation, to ensure balance of group numbers.
  • But archæological research having established the fact that phallicism has, at one time or another, been common to nearly all races, it seems probable that the Arunta tribe represents a deviation from the normal line of mental evolution. Bygone Beliefs
  • It's very probable we will see a decrease in population. Times, Sunday Times
  • On the other hand, it is very probable that this subcaudal extension of the fins is merely a result of the posterior extension and enlargement of these fins which has taken place in the evolution of the adaptation. Hormones and Heredity
  • Further and / or alternatively, the republication was a natural and probable consequence of the original publication by the Defendants. Politics101malaysia
  • One of those was the Modesto Police Department Stanislaus County jail, prebooking probable cause declaration report. CNN Transcript Apr 22, 2003
  • With Maureen and Jane it seemed improbable, but every now and then I caught myself wondering if the tempestuous Alessandra felt even a slight tendresse. Why Women Still Don't Get It
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